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Adaptive Reuse of Abandoned Industrial Structures for Healthcare Centres
Abstract: Adaptive reuse as an industry has been marketed as an expensive one. When it comes to the retail, hospitality, or domestic sectors, that is the case; however, the use of abandoned structures has been found to be cost-effective in the healthcare sector. This research paper aims to understand adaptive reuse in the context of the healthcare industry. It is a well-known fact that the worldwide epidemic drove the economy to …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 01–08 Read article
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The Need for Regulations against Abandoned Fishing Gear
Abstract: Ghost fishing resulting from abandonment of fishing gear has remained an increasing challenge in the oceans. A significant amount of these gears is made up of plastic materials; this has caused countless problems to aquatic life resulting in mortality in most cases. One of the ongoing causes of gear abandonment is conflict. Fishing gear is frequently discarded due to the nature of the fishing grounds and other environmental factors, such …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–46 Read article
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Abandoned Object Detection via Temporal Consistency Modeling for Visual Surveillance
Abstract: This paper introduces a successful approach for distinguishing abandoned luggage in surveillance recordings. We join short- and long-term foundation models to concentrate on closer view of objects, where every pixel in an information picture is named a 2 bit code. In this manner, we acquaint a structure with recognized static frontal areas in light of the worldly move of code designs, and to figure out if the applicant districts contain …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Project Abandonment and Delay in Niger Delta’s Highway Projects
Abstract: The pervasiveness of project delays and abandonment in the developing world is evident in the literature. The study outlines the prevalence of extreme project delays and abandonment in the Niger Delta region, an archetypical low-lying wetland in Nigeria, given the peculiar wet land geology of the Niger Delta. A survey of the empirical literature evidence suggests more profound technical shortcomings and procurement issues, beyond the generality of factors endemic in …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 19–32 Read article
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Exploration of Geothermal Energy from Abandoned Oil wells (A Case Study of Eleme, Porthacourt, River State, Nigeria)
Abstract: This project considers the basic technical aspects of power generations from some abandoned oil wells which involve the analysis of the data from the wells. The power capacity of the wells in the first category is determined primarily by the temperature of the produced water and conversion efficiency of the geothermal power plant. The factors that control the wellhead temperature of the produced fluid are: formation temperature, well depth, well …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Luminodeficit: The Paradox of High Rent and Abandoned Interiors
Abstract: The paradox of high rent and poor daylighting in residential buildings is a pressing issue in urban areas like Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Despite paying premium rents, many residents experience inadequate daylighting, leading to unexpected behavioral outcomes. This study aims to explore the effects of daylight deprivation on residents of high-rent residential buildings in Port Harcourt. It investigates how poor daylighting influences indoor time spent and overall occupant satisfaction, …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Design for Revitalizing Historical Identity: Case Study Zakho Old Bazaar, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Abstract: A town in northern Kurdistan, near the border of Iraq, Turkey, and Syria converge, Zakho was rural center and regional marketplace. The city exhibits remarkable sites dating to various eras, including Dalal bridge and Al-Qeshla, an ancient site with significant truistic attraction. Zakho has been a center of religious diversity, dynasty to Muslims, Christians, and Jews, which has significantly influenced the city’s rich urban environs and architectural heritage. The old …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design and Development · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 39–59 Read article
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Input of Effective Cost Control in the Management of Construction Works and Architectural Excellence in Nigeria
Abstract: Effective cost control is crucial to the management of construction projects and this can affect the management of construction works and architectural excellence. This research investigated into the essence cost control in project management and excellent architectural delivery despite scarce resources for the optimum benefits of the client, civil engineers and other parties to a construction contract. Secondary data collection was based mainly on the assessment of related past literature …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 6–15 Read article
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A Nation in Disarray: Communal Conflicts and Socio-political Stability in Nigeria
Abstract: This paper investigated communal conflicts and socio-political stability in Nigeria. The Nigerian state has witnessed a lot of cataclysms arising from misunderstanding or disarticulation of interest between or among communities and this has affected the political stability of the State. Methodologically, the study adopted secondary data which was analyzed through content analysis. The Frustration and Aggression theory was adopted as the framework for analysis. The study observed that land disputes, …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Water reservoir engineering and management
Abstract: This work aims to develop a practical system to store water in times of abundance and reuse it in times of scarcity. The proposed system uses natural caves, caverns, or empty underground spaces from mining or oil or gas extraction to store water. The geological structure of the water reservoir should be a non-porous substrate to avoid leakage. Water collection comes from dam discharge during thaw times or river flooding, …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Historical Reflection on the Imperative of Security Sector Reform (SSR) in A Democratic Society
Abstract: The end of Cold War heralded “Hot Peace” into the international system. Before then, people thought that the conclusion of the Cold War would bring about a lasting peace on a global scale. However, this noble aspiration was not 1a be s- September-il, amply and—brutally demonstrated besides, the increasing wave of terrorism. Global democratization efforts brought about the end of the Cold War. People all across the world took advantage …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 09–18 Read article
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The Effect of Attachment Styles on Emotional Regulation Impacting Relationship Satisfaction: An Exploratory Case Study Design
Abstract: This study explores the impact of early attachment experiences, emotional regulation, and relationship dynamics among six participants through a qualitative case study approach. Using thematic and narrative analyses, the research identifies key patterns in emotional suppression, fear of abandonment, trust issues, and self-awareness. Participants' narratives reveal how childhood experiences with caregivers influenced their emotional regulation strategies and attachment styles in adulthood. Findings indicate that those with secure emotional upbringings exhibited …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–17 Read article
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A Review of Modifications of Cement Slurry Formulations for Carbon Dioxide Storage
Abstract: Climate action, which includes activities aimed at mitigating climate change or reducing its adverse impacts, is the thirteenth goal of the 2030 SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). Tthe successful commercial deployment of CCS technology would heavily rely on the integrity of the cement sheath used to complete the wellbores at the CO₂ storage sites. It has been established that the cement sheath made from conventional ordinary Portland cement (OPC) is not …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Semiring-Weighted Automata and Recursive Path Counting for Multi-State Reliability in Discrete Infrastructures
Abstract: Multi-state infrastructures such as communication backbones, microgrids, warehouse routing systems, and sensor-actuator pipelines evolve through discrete event sequences rather than through a single binary "working/failed" transition. This paper develops a semiring-weighted automata framework for reliability analysis in which state changes, repair actions, and degraded operating modes are represented by weighted transitions on a finite automaton. A path valuation is defined over an additively idempotent reliability semiring and extended to a …
Published in Research & Reviews: Discrete Mathematical Structures · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Reduction of Submerged Mark Defects in Injection Molding Method
Abstract: Because of overwhelming interest in plastic items, plastic businesses are developing in a speediest rate. Plastic infusion forming starts with shape making and in assembling of complex shapes. Ideal setting up of infusion forming process factors assumes an imperative part in controlling the nature of the infusion shaped items. It is all the most critical to control property abandons like sink marks. Sink marks are fundamentally a "planned in" issue …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Assessment of Risk Management in Nigeria Construction Industry
Abstract: AbstractIneffective risk management in the construction industry over the years has caused significant negative effects such as cost overrun, delay in completion time, low quality of end product, re-construction of work and project abandonment. The study was designed to assess risk management in Nigeria construction industry with a view to identifying and assess risk management tools used in the construction industry, know the level of usage of risk management tools …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Reliability of Preliminary Cost Estimates of Educational Building Projects in a Developing Economy
Abstract: This study focused on the reliability of preliminary cost estimates of educational building projects in Nigeria with a view to providing more reliable cost estimates and reducing the number of abandoned educational building projects caused by faulty preliminary estimates. Using a case study approach, a total of 33 completed educational building projects were assessed and 31 construction professionals (Quantity Surveyors and Architects) formed the secondary population of the study. Data …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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E-Waste Recycling: India versus Developed Countries
Abstract: Abstract E-waste or electronic-waste management is a totally new field of research in India. It is also known as e-scrap. It is very important to know that how we are treating e-waste in India as it causes some serious health hazards to human beings. It is also very essential to study what policies we are using for managing e-waste in India. People in India are not aware about the negative …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Significance and Analysis of the Time and Cost Overrun in the Construction Industry of Mumbai
Abstract: The occurrence of time and cost overrun has become quite significant in a majority of construction projects in India, which is negatively affecting the GDP and potential development of nation. As per the statistics of project cost and duration in March 2012, 179 projects out of 555 projects of worth 150 Crore INR have been facing cost and time overrun and others are at the very high risk, with the …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Testing the Efficiency of Background Subtraction Techniques
Abstract: In many video surveillance applications, for instance, detection of abandoned/stolen items or parked vehicles, the detection of desk-sure foreground items is an important task. In this work, we recommend the implementation of a green item detection algorithm that may be employed in actual time embedded devices because of its fast processing. The morphological approach is used for similarly processing to remove noise and to maintain the form of transferring object. …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 29–38 Read article